Honey-loving police officer suspended for refusing payment to vendor

The vendor demanded immediate payment, but the officer refused, leading to a heated exchange caught on video.

A policeman in Lahore has been suspended and is facing dismissal after a video showing him refusing to pay for a jar of honey went viral on social media.

The cop, identified as Rasheed, was caught on camera taking honey from a roadside vendor and declining to pay, telling the seller he would settle the amount "next time."

The vendor insisted on immediate payment, but the officer refused, sparking a heated exchange that was captured on video.

The footage shows the vendor saying, "Everyone saw you take the honey, now pay up," to which the officer replied, "You call me uncle but still ask for money?"

The video quickly gained traction online, prompting authorities to take action. A police spokesperson confirmed that the officer has been suspended, and proceedings to terminate his employment have begun.

Cops banned from creating TikTok clips

Police officers have been issued a strict directive prohibiting them from creating or sharing TikTok content while in uniform, following a circular from SP Headquarters Ahmad Zunair Cheema.

The new policy mandates that any officer, male or female, caught engaging in TikTok activities while on duty will face severe departmental consequences.

The circular stressed that there is no tolerance for TikTok content creators tarnishing the image of the police department.

Officers have also been instructed to delete any existing accounts or videos related to the platform as part of efforts to maintain the department's reputation.

SP Cheema highlighted the need for officers to uphold the highest standards of professionalism, both in their conduct and online presence.

"The integrity of the force must be maintained, and officers are expected to reflect this in all aspects of their duties," he stated.

This move comes amid rising concerns about the impact of social media content created by officers in uniform, with fears that it could compromise the reputation and public image of the police force.